Maintenance and Engineering Site Manager
Maintenance and Engineering Site Manager
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Job Description
We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Maintenance and Engineering Site Manager to oversee the maintenance operations at our airline catering facility at Heathrow Airport. The successful candidate will oversee the maintenance of equipment and facilities lead a team of engineers and technicians and support ongoing improvements to ensure safety efficiency and quality. The role requires someone who will be handson with repair and general maintenance ensuring that all machinery and systems operate smoothly and efficiently.
On a daytoday basis you will be involved in scheduling and prioritising routine inspections troubleshooting equipment failures and coordinating urgent repairs to minimise downtime. You will oversee preventive maintenance programs and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. Additionally you will manage the procurement of parts and tools liaise with external contractors and suppliers and ensure that all maintenance activities are documented accurately. The role also involves supervising and mentoring maintenance staff conducting performance reviews and promoting a culture of safety and continuous improvement. Meeting strict time deadlines managing budgets and maintaining excellent communication with operational teams and stakeholders are also key aspects of this position. Overall your leadership will be vital in supporting the seamless operation of our catering services in a highpressure environment.
What will you be doing
- Lead and manage the preventive and daytoday maintenance activities across the catering facility ensuring all equipment and utilities operate efficiently and safely.
- Develop implement and oversee scheduled preventive maintenance programs to minimise unplanned downtime and maximise equipment availability.
- Lead supervise and support maintenance team members by providing onthejob training mentoring and performance management.
- Coordinate and prioritise maintenance tasks to ensure timely completion within agreed timeframes balancing conflicting priorities effectively.
- Manage the procurement of spare parts tools and materials required for maintenance activities maintaining optimal inventory levels.
- Oversee and review documentation related to equipment performance repairs and maintenance records; ensure all paperwork is accurate complete and auditready.
- Ensure all maintenance activities comply with health safety and environmental regulations as well as company policies.
- Monitor and analyse equipment performance to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and efficiency gains.
- Maintain effective communication with internal departments clients and external partners to coordinate maintenance schedules communicate downtime and ensure minimal disruption to operations.
- Respond to urgent maintenance issues promptly providing technical support and troubleshooting as needed across electrical mechanical plumbing HVAC and utility systems.
- Conduct regular inspections and audits to ensure compliance with safety standards quality controls and operational procedures.
- Lead efforts to maintain uptodate manuals safety protocols and technical documentation for all equipment and systems.
- Support audit preparations by ensuring all compliance documentation and maintenance records are comprehensive and current.
- Foster a culture of safety teamwork and continuous improvement within the maintenance team and across the organisation.
- Develop and implement training programs to enhance team skills and knowledge promoting a proactive approach to maintenance.
- Analyse maintenance data and trends to forecast future needs and budget requirements supporting strategic planning.
- Identify and evaluate new technologies tools and practices to improve maintenance processes and operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with the management team to develop and enforce maintenance policies procedures and standard operating protocols.
- Promote sustainability initiatives by identifying opportunities to reduce energy consumption and waste within maintenance operations.
Qualifications :
- Extensive experience (typically 8 years) in maintenance leadership roles within the airline catering hospitality or related highvolume service environments.
- Proven track record of managing large maintenance teams and multiple facilities.
- Strong technical knowledge of electrical mechanical plumbing HVAC refrigeration and utilities systems relevant to largescale food production and hospitality facilities.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities in managing motivating and developing multidisciplinary maintenance teams.
- Excellent planning organisational and problemsolving skills with a focus on operational efficiency.
- Ability to prioritise tasks effectively and work under pressure in a dynamic environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective liaison with internal departments contractors suppliers and regulatory bodies.
- Indepth knowledge of health safety environmental and food safety regulations applicable to airline catering and hospitality facilities.
- Skilled in developing managing and optimising maintenance budgets to ensure costeffective and compliant operations.
- Expertise in scheduling and implementing predictive and preventive maintenance strategies to minimise downtime and ensure continuous service.
- Ability to respond swiftly to urgent repairs and manage emergency situations effectively minimising impact on operations.
- Ensuring all maintenance activities comply with legal industry and company standards including audit readiness.
- Knowledge of environmentally sustainable maintenance practices including energy efficiency and waste reduction initiatives.
- Familiarity with food safety standards (e.g. HACCP) as they relate to facility maintenance.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical Electrical Civil Engineering Facilities Management or a related technical field. A Masters degree or higher is preferred.
- Professional certifications such as Certified Maintenance & Reliability Professional (CMRP) IOSH/NEBOSH Health & Safety Certifications or equivalent.
- Demonstrated ability to lead process improvement projects cost reduction initiatives and energysaving programs.
- Familiarity with regulatory inspections and audit processes relevant to airline catering and hospitality facilities.
Additional Information :
We believe that our employees are the driving force behind our success and strive to create a positive and supportive work environment. As a member of our team you will have access to a range of benefits including:
- Competitive salary
- Enjoy perks by referring your friends through our Refer a Friend Scheme
- Save money and time with OnSite Free Meals
- Expand your skills and knowledge through our inhouse training opportunities.
- A business where you can have a real impact were not afraid of new ideas!
- Genuine career development opportunities both nationally and internationally
- The opportunity to work with and represent one of the most innovative players in the luxury global gourmet entertainment market
DO&CO is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race colour religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran or disability status
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Fulltime
Employment Type
Full-time
